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What Causes Intermittent Lower Abdominal Pain?

Posted on Thu, 4 May 2017

Question: Very low abdominal pain...semi-sharp lasting 10 mins XXXXXXX ..comes & goes throughout the day (approx 7-8 x a day)...relief comes w/ a bowel movement (was regular for a long time)...this is now about 5 days in duration...Thanks....
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Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Possible Intestinal infection ,management detailed below

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank You for trusting HealthcareMagic

We apologize for the delay in getting back to you
I have gone through your question and I understand your concern

Since you have been having these symptoms only for 5 days, and you had regular bowel movements before that, the likely possibility is infection (bacterial/viral)
Confirmation of diagnosis can only be confirmed by stool microscopy and culture. If bacterial infection is diagnosed, treatment with antibiotics is needed.

Meanwhile, drink lots of fluids(like Gatorade which also contains electrolytes, avoid citrus fruit juices). Follow bland diet like BRAT (Banana, rice, applesauce and toast) diet.

Please be advised to follow-up with a Primary care provider to get the necessary evaluation done and need for treatment with antibiotics.

Hope I was able to help you
Please address further questions/ concerns here
Regards,
Dr.Lekshmi

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (12 hours later)

Thanks...I have 'Gatorade' in the fridg...I use ALIGN (recommended a long time ago by a GASTRO doc.). Today I went to CVS and spoke w/ a pharmacists ....he recommended, 'SCHIFF' - DIGESTIVE ADVANTAGE (110X Better Survivablity).... I will try IT + Gatorade. Thanks

If it goes into next week - see Gastro doc.?

Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Follow BRAT diet,drink lots of fluid, take either align/digestive advantage

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank You for following up

Both Align and digestive advantage contain Probiotics, which are good bacteria for your digestive system.
However, take either align or digestive advantage at a time, as too much probiotics can worsen gas and diarrhea in some people.
Follow BRAT diet, drink fluids like Gatorade along with probiotics.

Follow up with a Primary care provider/ gastroenterologist if your symptoms persist after 4 or 5 days, or abdominal pain/diarrhea worsens, as this may be an indication of bacterial infection requiring treatment with antibiotics.

Hope I was able to help you
Please address further questions here
Regards,
Dr.Lekshmi

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (46 minutes later)

Thank you Dr. Lekshmi....called my Gastro. doc and he said lots of water (that I do, ESP w/ the gym 3X per wk. = 30 - 40 ozs.++ !) - Align (as you said) and increase FIBER (will do)....pretty much what you are telling me......he said to check back w/i 5 days if still the same..Thanks.

Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
You're welcome

Detailed Answer:
Thank you for trusting us with your health concern,

We are here to answer your queries all the time.

Please address any questions/concerns here
If you do not need further clarifications, please rate and close this discussion

Wishing you good health
Dr.Lekshmi

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee